Exclusive: Watch the Sparkling History of Diamonds and Chanel

Coco Chanel's history with the world's most precious gem is a storied one. True to form, the designer changed the way people viewed fine jewelry when she launched her first diamond collection in 1932 — made even more impressive by the fact that the successful line debuted during the Great Depression. "I want jewels that slip between the fingers of a woman like a ribbon," Coco explained. Watch on for the whole, shining tale.

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